PATTAYA, Thailand – An Indian tourist sustained severe facial injuries in an early morning altercation with a motorbike transport rider in South Pattaya, prompting a police investigation into the violent incident.

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The assault occurred around 1:36 AM on May 17th, 2025, in Soi Thepprasit 17, where emergency responders discovered the victim bleeding profusely from a split eyebrow and fractured eye socket. Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan rescue teams administered urgent first aid before transporting the heavily intoxicated man to a nearby hospital for treatment.

According to a condominium security guard who witnessed the events, the conflict began when the tourist, in a drunken state, allegedly provided an incorrect drop-off location, forcing the rider to circle the area unnecessarily. The situation turned physical when the tourist reportedly groped the rider, touching his body and reaching for his crotch. The rider, enraged, retaliated by punching the tourist in the face before fleeing the scene.

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Pattaya City Police have obtained a bystander’s photograph of the suspect, described only as a local passenger transport rider, and are actively working to locate him. Authorities confirmed they will wait for the victim to recover before taking his formal statement at the Pattaya City Police Station.

The case highlights ongoing tensions between tourists and transport workers in the popular beach destination. Police urge both visitors and service providers to exercise restraint and report disputes rather than resorting to violence.

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Investigations continue as officers review available CCTV footage and gather additional witness testimonies. The suspect, once apprehended, could face assault charges under Thai law.

-Thailand News (TN)